“Why do I feel sick when I eat?”
I haven't been able to eat in 4 days and I feel sick when I try.
Male | 48 years old
Complaint duration: 5 days
3 Answers
That’s a good question. I don’t know your medical history so the best person to discuss this with would be your physician.
If it has only been for 5 days, you may have a viral illness. I would try something like over-the-counter Pepcid when you buy it and then take it at bedtime and when you get up and before lunch and dinner for a few days. If after 2 weeks if you are no better, see your doctor.
It may be an upper GI infection that has made your stomach sensitive. Try sticking with liquids and light foods, then slowly advance the diet if you are able. See a GI doctor or primary care if you are not better in a few days.
